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Read the latest property news from all around the world from our expert writers located all over the world. Get the latest on buying, travel, emigration, retirement and much more. Whether you are buying a sunny property to spend your summers, or making a big move abroad you will find everything you need to know here.
Your wild (and sometimes furry) neighbours in rural France
Moving to France, to rural areas in particular, brings many of us closer to wildlife and nature than probably ever before. Some encounters may be welcome, others not so much. But there are some important things to know when relocating to France. Especially during Spring, one of the most beautiful times of the year, as well as an important time for the wildlife here.Read more...
Can you work remotely from the French countryside?
Whilst many come to live in France as retirees to live out their golden years, lots of us are not yet of that age and must still work for a living! So, what are the important things to know about remote working in France?Read more...
The beautiful department of Gironde
The Gironde is the largest and one of the most popular departments in France. A favourite of both French and foreign property buyers, it is located in the Nouvelle Aquitaine, has Bordeaux as its prefecture and is, of course, famous worldwide for its fabulous wines. We have found 5 lovely places to tempt you into this great department.Read more...
Moving to Quarteira: An appealing and affordable Algarve destination
Looking for an Algarve destination that’s both convenient and affordable? Why not consider moving to Quarteira?Read more...
Italy’s sensational summer, 2021
What a summer we have had in Italy. The summer heat arrived early and with it a feeling of optimism for better times to come. The sports teams did brilliantly, the sun shone, and shone, travel restarted and the celebrities arrived… Catch up with the news from ItalyRead more...
Cyprus property market update
After a year or so of disruption due to the pandemic, how has the property market fared in Cyprus? We take a look at the latest data and trends in our Cyprus property market update…Read more...
US home prices: what’s going on?
If you’ve just come back to the US property market after 18 months away, you may be in for a shock. In what’s been described as a “market frenzy”, prices have been rising at their fastest rate for 30 years. So is it best to avoid buying US property for a while? Not necessarily, say the experts, momentum has been building for a while and shows no sign of waning. Moreover, the US is only slightly ahead of the UK…Read more...
A French home without the hassle
“I’d love to own a French home, if only someone would sort it all out for me!” 5 ways in which co-ownership can be the simpler, better way to own a second home in France.Read more...
Flights to restart to USA
The US and UK governments have announced that travel to the US will restart for the general public and non-US residents from early November after almost 20 months. But what has changed and what is open to do in our favourite US state, Florida?Read more...
Discovering the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region
The fabulous Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region is like a miniature version of France, jam-packed into a tenth of the area of the entire country. In this guide, you’ll find out why so many expats have found their chez nous in this stunning and multi-faceted region.Read more...
I’m travelling to Spain soon – here’s what I had to do
After two years away from my property in Spain, I am finally travelling there this weekend! Although the build up to this holiday has been exciting, I’m sure I’m not the only one who has been a little put off travelling abroad by the thought of doing (and potentially forgetting!) all the tests and forms that both Spain and the UK require.Read more...